HomeMy WebLinkAbout010703-CC_CCv0001.pdf MINUTES of a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Redlands held in the
Council Chambers, Civic Center, 35 Cajon Street, at 3:00 P.M. on January 7,
2003.
PRESENT Karl N. (Kasey) Haws, Mayor
Susan Peppler, Mayor Pro Tem
Pat Gilbreath, Councilmember
Gary George, Councilmember
Jon.Harrison, Councilmember
ABSENT None
STAFF John Davidson, City Manager; Daniel J. McHugh, City Attorney; Lorrie
Poyzer, City Clerk; Beatrice Sanchez, Deputy City Clerk (evening session);
Michael Reynolds, City Treasurer; Jim Bueermann, Police Chief, Mel Enslow,
Fire Chief, Bonnie Johnson, Finance Director; Ronald C. Mutter, Public Works
Director; Gary G. Phelps, Municipal Utilities Director; and Jeffrey L. Shaw,
Community Development Director.
The meeting was opened with an invocation by Councilmember George
followed by the pledge of allegiance.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Minutes - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember
Peppler, the minutes of the regular meeting of December 17, 2002, were
approved as submitted.
Bills and Salaries - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by
Councilmember Peppler,payment of bills and salaries was acknowledged.
Ordinance No. 2529 - Signs - Ordinance No. 2529, an ordinance of the City of
Redlands amending Chapter 15.36 of the Redlands Municipal Code relating to
signs for buildings exceeding three stories, was adopted on motion of
Councilmember Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, with
Councilmember Harrison abstaining due to a potential conflict of interest.
Tentative Tract No. 15469 - Time Extension - On motion of Councilmember
Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, with Councilmember Harrison
abstaining due to a potential conflict of interest, the City Council determined
that no subsequent environmental documents are necessary for the City
Council's one year extension for Tentative Tract No. 15469, a subdivision of
110.3 acres into 24 residential lots located south of the terminus of Sutherland
Drive, Ashforth Drive, and South Lane in Specific Plan No. 47 (Frank and
Margaret Mistretta, applicants), which is consistent with the previous mitigated
negative declaration adopted by the City Council on January 18, 2000, based on
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the findings contained in the staff report. On motion of Councilmember
Gilbreath, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, with Councilmember Harrison
abstaining due to a potential conflict of interest, the City Council approved a
one year time extension for Tentative Tract No. 15469 extending approval until
January 18, 2004.
Funds - Resolution No. 6115 - Annexation No. 82 - Community Development
Director Shaw explained the Donut Hole area is no longer within the City's
Sphere of Influence and two steps and related applications and processes are
need to annex property within the Donut Hole to the City. At this time, it is
recommended the City Council consider the annexation of a portion of the
CalTrans right-of-way, Buckeye Street, and the Kohl's Department Store site.
Tex Moore, The Redlands Association, read a statement noting this action can
be a good first step toward annexing the entire Donut Hole. Jerry Biggs also
welcomed this action but expressed concerns regarding the tax exchange with
the County. Councilmember Gilbreath moved to adopt Resolution No. 6115, a
resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands declaring its intention to
file applications with the Local Agency Formation Commission to initiate
proceedings to add certain territory to the City's sphere of influence and to
annex certain uninhabited territory (Annexation No. 82, also identified as the
Kohl's parcel within the :Donut Hole). Motion seconded by Councilmember
Peppler and carried unanimously. Councilmember Gilbreath moved to
appropriate funds for the payment of application fees in the amount of
$14,000.00 for Annexation No. 82. Motion seconded by Councilmember
Peppler and carried unanimously.
General Plan Amendment Cycles - On motion of Councilmember George,
seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously approved
the schedule of General Plan amendment cycles as recommended by staff:
January 7, May 6, September 2, and December 16, 2003.
Appointment - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by
Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously approved the
appointment of Councilmember George to serve as the City Regular Member to
the Upper Santa Ana River Wash Land Management and Habitat Conservation
Plan Task Force with Councilmember Haws to serve as his alternate, and to
appoint Jeff Shaw and his assigned alternate representing the Community
Development Department, and Gary Phelps and his assigned alternate
representing the Municipal Utilities Department to serve as Technical/Staff
Members of the same.
Ordinance No. 2531 - Citation Authority - Ordinance No. 2531 an ordinance of
the City of Redlands adding Chapter 1.24 to the Redlands Municipal Code
establishing citation authority, was unanimously adopted on motion of
Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler.
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Proclamation - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by
Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously authorized issuance of a
proclamation congratulating the San Bernardino Valley Water Conservation
District for 70 years of service to this valley and wishing them continued
success in bringing water to our citizens.
Fee Waiver - Lincoln Pil rg image - On motion of Councilmember George,
seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously approved
the request by the Boy Scouts of America for waiver of use and attendant fees
for use of the Redlands Bowl, Smiley Park, barricades and public safety service
(police) for the 64th Annual Lincoln Pilgrimage program to be held on
February 8, 2003.
Resolution No. 6109 - Traffic - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded
by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously adopted Resolution
No. 6109, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands establishing
the following traffic regulations pursuant to Title 10 of the Redlands Municipal
Code: establishing speed limits for Citrus Avenue between Eureka Street and
Wabash Avenue.
Tentative Tract No. 1.6042 - Dry Sewer Requirement - On motion of
Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council
unanimously determined that the request for waiver of the dry sewer
requirement for Tentative Tract No. 16042 is categorically exempt under
Section 1.5061(b)(3) of the Redlands Municipal Code based on the finding that
it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in
question may have a significant effect on the environment. On motion of
Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council
unanimously waived the dry sewer requirement for Tentative Tract No. 16042.
Agreement - Electricity Cogeneration Facility - On motion of Councilmember
George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously
approved an agreement to furnish engineering services with Janechek &
Associates to support the waste heat recovery system for the electricity
cogeneration facility to be located at the City's Wastewater Treatment Plant and
authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the document on behalf of the
City.
Temporary Entry Permit - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded by
Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously approved a temporary
entry permit with the State of California Department of Water Resources for the
purpose of planting and monitoring trees that were displaced due to their
pipeline project on Parcel Nos. 168-363-001 and 002 at the State Water Project
along the south boundary of State Highway 38 near Mill Creek.
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Agreement - 1450 Zone Non-Potable Water System - On motion of
Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council
unanimously approved an agreement with Engineering Resources of Southern
California, Inc. to furnish engineering design services for the 1450 Zone Non-
Potable Water System in the amount of$40,840.00, authorized the Mayor and
City Clerk to execute the document on behalf of the City, and authorized staff to
approve contingent costs up to ten percent (10%) over the initial amount.
Agreement - 1.350 Zone Reservoir Project - On motion of Councilmember
George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously
approved an agreement to furnish engineering design service with Dudek and
Associates, Inc. for the construction contract documents for the 1350 Zone
Reservoir Project in the amount of$18,000.00, authorized the Mayor and City
Clerk to execute the document on behalf of the City, and authorized staff to
approve contingent costs up to ten percent (10%) over the initial amount.
Agreement - Great Neighborhood Prog am - On motion of Councilmember
George, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously
approved a Great Neighborhoods program participant agreement with: Helen
Barron, 1212 Sixth Street and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
the documents on behalf of the City. On motion of Councilmember George,
seconded by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously approved
the Declarations of Covenants and Restrictions dated January 7, 2003, for the
program participants and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the
documents on behalf of the City.
Purchase - Portable Radios - On motion of Councilmember George, seconded
by Councilmember Peppler, the City Council unanimously authorized the
purchase of ten portable radios for the Police Department.
PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Density Bonus Agreement - Mark Utzin eg r, Applicant - Community
Development Director Shaw explained the applicant has submitted a project
that includes a general plan amendment, zone change, conditional use permit,
and density bonus agreement for a 160 unit senior citizen housing project on
4.76 acres located on. Orange Avenue between Kansas and Tennessee Streets.
Mr. Shaw reviewed the requirements for a density bonus agreement and the
process to proceed through the channels. Councilmember Harrison expressed
concern about parking requirements contained in Requirement 7 for uncovered
parking spaces as he would prefer covered spaces. Councilmember Gilbreath
said some uncovered parking spaces were necessary to accommodate vans.
Councilmembers concurred to modify the requirement to address these
concerns. On behalf of the applicant, Vicky Valenzuela, Thatcher Engineering
and Associates, Inc., indicated their concurrence with the agreement with two
clarifications in Requirements 4 and 7. Ron Burgess, Arrowhead Christian
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Academy, addressed Councilmembers with concerns that this proposed senior
citizen housing project which is adjacent to the school, was incompatible with
student activities. Community Development Director Shaw said these concerns
pertained to the project and would be addressed as it comes forward through the
process. Councilmember Peppler said we needed to look at the location very
carefully as she felt this was not a compatible use in this location; therefore, she
would not vote to approve this agreement and give the applicant false hope.
Councilmember Gilbreath moved to approve a density bonus agreement with
Mark Utzinger for Assessor's Parcel Nos. 292-202-1.1 and 292-202-12, with the
following modifications: Requirement No. 4 to read: "Location, unit size and
number of bedrooms ... and 128 one-bedroom units, 96 that are 550 square feet
each and 32 that are 578 square feet each." Requirement No. 7 to read:
"Additional Incentive Description ... The City's regular multi-family residential
dwelling parking requirement of one parking space for every 0-1 bedroom unit,
plus one space per two dwelling units for visitors, for a total of 240 parking
spaces for the Project..." Motion seconded by Councilmember Harrison and
carried with. Councilmember Peppler voting NO.
COMMUNICATIONS
Appointment - Human Relations Commission - Mayor Haws moved to
nominate Cindi Peterson Tompkins to a four-year term, effective this date, on
the Human Relations Commission. Motion seconded by Councilmember
Harrison and carried unanimously.
JOINT MEETING- CITY COUNCIL AND REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
Resolution No. 6112 - Great Neighborhood Program - Councilmember
Gilbreath moved to adopt Resolution No. 6112, a resolution of the City Council
of the City of Redlands authorizing the use of low- and moderate-income
housing funds outside the Redlands Project Area. Motion seconded by
Councilmember George and carried unanimously. (Also see Redevelopment
Agency minutes for January 7, 2003.)
Resolution No. 6113 - Habitat for Humanity- Councilmember Gilbreath moved
to adopt Resolution No. 6113, a resolution of the City Council of the City of
Redlands authorizing the use of low- and moderate-income housing funds
outside the Redlands Project area for Habitat for Humanity for the acquisition of
three properties. Two manufactured homes will be built across the street from
each other on Columbia Street and the third home is a 1,200 square foot house
to be built on the corner of Clay Street and Dreka Avenue. Motion seconded by
Councilmember George and carried unanimously. (Also see Redevelopment
Agency minutes for January 7, 2003.)
Resolution No. 61.1.4 - First Time Home Buyer Proms - Councilmember
Gilbreath moved to adopt Resolution No. 6114, a resolution of the City Council
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of the City of Redlands authorizing the use of low- and moderate-income
housing funds outside the Redlands Project Area for a First Time Home Buyer
loan agreement which will be acted upon by the Board of Directors of the
Redevelopment Agency. Motion seconded by Councilmember George and
carried unanimously. (Also see Redevelopment Agency minutes for January 7,
2003.)
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Agreement - Michael Phillips - On December 17, 2002, the City Council and
Redevelopment Agency approved waiver of water and sewer capital
improvement fees in the amount of $57,000.00 for Michael Phillips for the
purpose of development of a restaurant at the northeast corner of Orange and
State Streets. Community Development Director Shaw presented an agreement
relating the Redevelopment Agency's financial assistance and Mr. Phillip's
obligations. Councilmember Gilbreath moved to approve the agreement
between the City of Redlands, the Redlands Redevelopment Agency, and
Michael Phillips regarding financial assistance and compliance with the
California Labor Code. Motion seconded by Councilmember George and
carried unanimously. (Also see Redevelopment Agency minutes for January 7,
2003.)
Funds - Receivership Proceedings - Councilmember Gilbreath moved to
approve the expenditure of$590,000.00 from the Redevelopment Agency's low-
and moderate-income housing funds to cover the on-going expenses associated
with the Mountain Crest project (generally located in the northeast area of
Redlands) and directed the City Attorney to prepare the appropriate agreement
evidencing this encumbrance and execution the document on behalf of the City
and Redevelopment Agency. Motion seconded by Councilmember George and
carried unanimously. (Also see Redevelopment Agency minutes for January 7,
2003.)
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council meeting recessed at 3:38 P.M. to continue the Redevelopment
Agency meeting and reconvened at 3:40 P.M. to a closed session to discuss the
following:
1. Conference with real property negotiator - Government Code
Section 54956.8
a. Property: 11245 Nevada Street(APN Nos. 292-172-03, 292-
172-05 and 292-166-09)
Negotiating parties: John Davidson and Dr. and Mrs. Theron Vines
Under negotiation: Terms and price
2. Conference with legal counsel: Existing litigation - Government Code
Section 54956.9(a) - The Redlands Association v City of Redlands et al -
SCVSS 96959
3. Conference with legal counsel: Anticipated litigation - Government Code
Section 54956.9(b) - One case
The meeting reconvened at 7:00 P.M.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/REPORTS
Councilmembers briefly reported on their activities and attendance at meetings
during the past three weeks.
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LAND USE AND PUBLIC HEARINGS
Resolution No. 6101 - General Plan Amendment No. 75 - Trails - Consideration
was continued from December 3, 2002, for a Draft Mitigated Negative
Declaration as well a public hearing for an amendment to the General Plan
Trails Map to: (a) add 25 new multi-use off-road trails throughout the San
Timoteo Canyon and Live Oak Canyon areas; (b) add a new multi-use on-road
and off-road trail located south of the Redlands Municipal Airport between
Judson Street and Wabash Avenue; (c) add a new multi-use on-road trail along
San Timoteo Canyon Road from the San Timoteo Creek crossing to Alessandro
Road; (d) relocate a segment of the East Valley Corridor Multi-Purpose Trail
from the Southern California Edison easement to the east side of Mountain
View Avenue between the Mission Zanja Creek and San Bernardino Avenue;
and (e) relocate a segment of the East Valley Corridor Bikeway from Palmetto
Avenue/Domestic Avenue to Pioneer Avenue between California Street and
Texas Street. Community Development Director Shaw reported there were two
central issues raised during the public hearing in opposition of the amendment
that prompted the City Council to delay a decision. The issues pertained to the
number of new trails proposed in the San Timoteo and Live Oak Canyon areas
and their connectivity to regional trails. Mayor Haws and Councilmember
George volunteered to walk the proposed trails and bring back a report to the
City Council. In the interim, staff received a letter from Dan G. McKinney, an
attorney with Reid & Hellyer who is representing unnamed property owners
affected by the general plan amendment. The letter objected to the amendment
and cited a number of issues that fall into three categories: the environmental
review prepared for the general plan amendment is not sufficient and violates
the California Environmental Quality Act; the general plan amendment is
inconsistent with other portions of the City's General Plan; and the general plan
amendment would cause a taking of private property. Community Development
Director Shaw reviewed his staff reported addressing these issues.
Councilmember George noted most of the trails are sited on ridge lines on
undevelopable land and that he did have a better appreciation of what is out in.
the canyons following his excursion with Mayor Haws. He said our trails are an
unusual resource and that it was a luxury to have such an extensive trail system.
Mayor Haws reported he had also met with a number of landowners and
listened to their concerns. He pointed out the substantive law regarding
property rights, the practical implications, and the need to continue to process
this proposal.
Mayor Haws declared the meeting open as a public hearing for further
comments. The audience was standing-room-only and also filled the lobbies
and spilled outside of the building. Speaking in favor of General Plan
Amendment No. 75 were: Trails Committee Chairman Mike Kelley, Gary
Strickland represent San Timoteo Canyonlands, Susan Gilchrist representing
Riverside County Trails Committee, Peg Clark, and Caroline D. Laymon.
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Property owners opposing General Plan Amendment No. 75 addressed the City
Council as follows: Mike Suman, Dr. Rick Nichols, Manuel Cortez, Mimi
Dupper, Larry Curti, Leroy Hansberger, Patricia Hicks, Ed Krick, and Terrance
Emershy. Jesus Nolasco, Light of the World Church, presented a petition
purported to contain 1,423 signatures of parishioners opposing General Plan.
Amendment No. 75. Also speaking from the congregation on behalf of a large
number of people present in opposition were: David Urena, Nicholas Ynda,
Annie Stadler, Sharon Stadler, Rachel Stadler, and Eleazar Madrid. Attorney
Dan G. McKinney addressed the City Council as legal representative of several
property owners opposed to General Plan Amendment No. 75. Letters
supporting General Plan Amendment No. 75 were received from residents in
San Timoteo Canyon Joshua and Danielle Smith, Lewis and Ruth Gray, Jerry
and Holly Hall, John and Diane Carrillo, and Kenneth and Georgia Parker.
Letters opposing General Plan Amendment No. 75 were received from Gil
Zukow, Dr. Neil Wilensky, Marvin Levine, Eileen S. Neprud, Ed Cooper,
Terrance and Cynthia Emershy, Leroy Hansberger of Liveoak Investments,
Beverly Atherton, Frank V. Bianchini, Gilbert and Mimi Dupper, Edwin and
Beverly Krick, Gayle and Gail Wickerd, Ingrid Wang, Lower Yucaipa Water
Company, Jesus Nolasco, Don Cachat, Dr. Dale Sparks, Michael C. Suman,
Noilie S. Howard, Mary S. Agle, Louis Curti, Dan J. Harkey, Larry Curti, and
Art Gregory. The public hearing was closed at 9:03 P.M.
Councilmember Harrison asked the City Attorney about the liability issue and
expressed appreciation for the citizen input from both public hearings.
Councilmember George asked the City Attorney to address the CEQA and
General Plan inconsistencies accusations. Councilmember Gilbreath was not
ready to move forward and suggested formation of an ad hoc committee to
develop standards. Councilmember Peppler felt we needed to look at the
quality of life for everyone and supported the idea of forming an ad hoc
committee. Mayor Haws also expressed his appreciation for the public's
participation and thanked the Trails Committee for their efforts and suggested
the formation of a committee to address the following issues: identify
undisputed trails, identify disputed trails, discuss if a general plan amendment is
needed or a general policy statement, hold a general discussion regarding rural
standards, and develop trail standards. Mayor Haws moved to create a sub-
committee to discuss this issue further and stated that he and Mayor Pro Tem
Peppler would serve as co-chairmen at the first meeting; that Trails Committee
Chairman Mike Kelly and one or two people from the Trails Committee would
serve on the committee; that all landowners who have filled out speaker forms
or submitted letters would be notified of the first meeting and invited to
participate; that a representative from staff assist the map; that the agenda
include the issues he identified earlier; and that the committee report back to the
City Council. Motion seconded by Councilmember Harrison and carried with
Councilmember George voting NO as he wanted the guarantee the issue would
be a general plan amendment.
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The City Council meeting recessed at 9:41 P.M. and reconvened at 10:53 P.M.
Appeal - San Timoteo Canyon Flood Control Project - On December 10, 2002,
the Redlands' Planning Commission found that Alternative B of the proposed
flood control project in San Timoteo Creek, as redesigned, is consistent with the
land use designation prescribed for this area, which is Flood
Control/Construction Aggregates Conservation/Habitat Preservation and Linear
Park, and the City's General Plan polices as they pertain to the design and
development of this flood control project proposed for Reach B of the San
Timoteo Creek. An appeal to this decision was filed by Sally Beck, Coalition to
Save San Timoteo Creek. Community Development Director Shaw reported the
Planning Commission reviewed construction plans and documentation for this
project on :December 10, 2002. The intent of the project, which both the San
Bernardino County Flood Control District and the Army Corps of Engineers
have been working on for approximately 10 years, is to provide 100-year flood
protection to this portion of Redlands and downstream community and other
unincorporated areas. Over the years, the City of Redlands has reviewed and
commented on the San Timoteo Creek Flood Control Project. Excerpts of City
Councils discussion and actions regarding this subject going back to
September 7, 1993, were included with the staff report. Staff conducted an in-
depth analysis of the proposed flood control project as it related to the City's
General Plan policies. The result of this analysis found that Reach 3B
(Alternative B) as redesigned is consistent with the land use designation for this
area and the City's General Plan policies as they pertain to drainage for this
portion of San Timoteo Creek. In addition, Alternative B reflects the alternative
which received favorable preference and acceptance given by the City Council
on April 3, 2001. Ken A. Miller, San Bernardino County Flood Control
District, presented a PowerPoint overview of the entire project. Ruth
Villalobos, U. S. Army Corps of Engineers also addressed the City Council
stating their support of the project which was developed through a very open
and public forum. Representing the San Timoteo Canyonlands Coalition, Gary
Strickland shared a PowerPoint presentation expressing concerns about the
cottonwood forest, the rigid, artificial low flow channel, the trail which is only a
maintenance road, and the wildlife corridor that is only 20 feet wide. Bill
Cunningham, The Redlands Association, addressed the City Council at length
reviewing the history and urged the City Council to look at available
alternatives that are more sensitive and more consistent with the Redlands
General Plan. Jerry Biggs felt the Army Corps of Engineers could retain the
canyon in a more natural state than proposed in the current plans and that the
project does not meet the standard set by Measure U for San Timoteo Canyon
and urged the determination by the Planning Commission be overturned. Floyd
Peterson, Mayor of the City of Loma Linda, asked for our assistance to protect
neighbors downstream. Councilmember Peppler moved to adopt the action of
the Planning Commission to determine that the San Timoteo Creek flood
control project proposed for Reach B is consistent with the City of Redlands
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General Plan and to deny the appeal. Motion seconded by Councilmember
Haws and carried unanimously.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
Ordinance No. 2503 - CUPs and Variances - Public hearing was advertised for
this time and place to consider Ordinance No. 2503, an ordinance of the City of
Redlands amending Chapter 18.192 of the Redlands Municipal Code relating to
conditional use permits and Chapter 18.196 of the Redlands Municipal Code
relating to variances. Community Development Director Shaw explained this
ordinance will allow the Planning Commission to take final action on
conditional use permits and variances not associated with a legislative action for
which the City Council would take final action. If this ordinance is approved by
the City Council, the approval process will be shortened and streamlined for
applicants. Mayor Haws declared the meeting open as a public hearing for any
questions or comments. None being forthcoming, the public hearing was
declared closed. Ordinance No. 2503 was read by title only by City Clerk
Poyzer, and on motion of Councilmember George, seconded by Councilmember
Harrison, further reading of the ordinance text was unanimously waived, and
Ordinance No. 2503 was introduced with unanimous Council approval and laid
over under the rules with adoption scheduled for January 21, 2003.
Ordinance No. 2525 - Resolution No. 6105 - Specific Plan No. 40 - Public
hearing was advertised for this time and place to consider Ordinance No. 2525,
an ordinance of the City of Redlands repealing Ordinances Nos. 2295, 2320,
2321, 2322, 2364, 2432, 2444, 2473, 2479, 2486, 2488, 2496, 2500, and 2508
relating to the East Valley Corridor Specific Plan (Specific Plan No. 40), and
Resolution. No. 6105, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redlands
adopting the East Valley Corridor Specific Plan (Specific Plan No. 40).
Community Development Director Shaw explained these actions are being
recommended by the City Attorney to provide for a more efficient process in
amending Specific Plan No. 40 in the future. This amendment does not modify
any of the current regulatory provisions of the specific plan. Mayor Haws
declared the meeting open as a public hearing for any questions or comments.
None being forthcoming, the public hearing was declared closed. Ordinance
No. 2525 was read by title only by City Clerk Poyzer, and on motion of
Councilmember Haws, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, further reading of
the ordinance text was unanimously waived, and Ordinance No. 2525 was
introduced with unanimous Council approval and laid over under the rules with
adoption scheduled for January 21, 2003. Councilmember Haws moved to
adopt Resolution No. 6105. Motion seconded by Councilmember Peppler and
carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS
Ordinance No. 2532 - Mobilehome Rent Control - Police Chief Bueermann
explained the existing mobilehome rent control ordinance requires a City
Council-appointed Mobilehome Rent Review Board to review annual formula
rent increase for mobilehome parks. Because staff verifies the Consumer Price
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Index, as well as all mathematical calculations for proposed formula rent
increases, Board meetings typically last minutes. During the past year, it has
been difficult to obtain a quorum to take action and park owners have had to
wait months to implement allowable increases. Ordinance No. 2532 is
presented by staff to increase efficiency and allow for more expeditious
processing of requested formula rent increase. It will allow staff to review and
approve standard formula rent increases and provides for the consolidation of
the Mobilehome Rent Review Board and Housing Commission. The
Mobilehome Rent Review Board and the Housing Commission have concurred
with these recommendations. Ordinance No. 2532, an ordinance of the City of
Redlands amending Chapter 5.48 of the Redlands Municipal Code relating to
Mobilehome Rent Control, was read by title only by City Clerk Poyzer, and on
motion of Councilmember Haws, seconded by Councilmember Peppler, further
reading of the ordinance text was unanimously waived, and Ordinance No. 2532
was introduced with unanimous Council approval and laid over under the rules
with adoption scheduled for January 21, 2003.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None forthcoming.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the City Council meeting adjourned at
1.1:36 P.M. The next regular meeting will be held on January 21, 2003.
City Clerk
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